Rowland Heights is an unincorporated community located in the eastern part of Los Angeles County, California.

At first glance, one might think it is a city, but technically, it is not an official city. There is no independent city hall, mayor, or city council. The administration is directly managed by LA County. This is the biggest difference from typical cities, and those looking to settle in this area should be aware of this to avoid confusion when accessing administrative services.

To summarize the basic statistics: as of the 2020 census, the population is 48,231. The area is relatively small at 13.1 square miles, and it uses the single ZIP code 91748. The area code is 626. Geographically, it is located about 25 miles east of downtown LA, bordered by Diamond Bar to the east, West Covina and Walnut to the north, La Puente to the west, and Hacienda Heights to the south.

The racial composition is the most notable feature of this area. Asians make up 60.8% of the total population. The high percentage of Taiwanese and Chinese residents has earned it the nickname 'Little Taipei.' Hispanics/Latinos account for about 27%, while whites make up around 8%. There is a Korean community, but it is not separately counted in the demographics. The median household income is $85,202, which is higher than the average for LA County.

Transportation is primarily centered around the I-60 (Pomona Freeway), which runs east-west through the area. Access is available in both directions toward LA and the Inland Empire. The 57 Freeway is also nearby, making it relatively convenient for travel to Orange County. However, public transportation is nearly nonexistent. While there are bus routes, it is practically difficult to live here without a car. The shopping environment is a strong point, with a wealth of Asian markets. There are large markets like H Mart, 99 Ranch Market, and Zion Market, along with numerous Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese restaurants. The fact that there are no inconveniences in daily living is a definite strength of this area.

Local attractions include the Hsi Lai Temple, one of the largest Buddhist temples in the Western Hemisphere. The Puente Hills Mall is a notable shopping center, famous for being a filming location for the movie 'Back to the Future.' Schabarum Regional Park is a sizable park that is great for walking, jogging, and picnicking. This area, with its practical and robust Asian lifestyle infrastructure, can be a reasonable choice for Koreans looking for a place to settle in the greater LA area.